The Sage Handbook of Human Resource Development

This Handbook presents the contemporary landscape of the profession and discipline of HRD, offering both an orientation to the profession and an analytic examination of HRD as a field of study and research.

The Sage Handbook of Human Resource Development offers a comprehensive exploration of the evolving landscape of HRD, serving as both an orientation to the profession and an analytical examination of HRD as a field of study and research. The handbook addresses key questions, such as the state of HRD globally, its changes over the past decade, and the foundational philosophies and values shaping research and practice in HRD.

 

Across eight sections, the handbook covers foundational aspects, theoretical influences, learning and workforce development, talent and career development, leadership and organizational development, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, technology-enhanced HRD, and emerging issues and future directions. Each section provides insights into diverse topics ranging from workplace learning, action learning, and employee engagement to social media, artificial intelligence, and future trends.

 

With contributions from scholars across the globe, the handbook reflects the global nature of HRD, making it applicable to academic programs worldwide. Designed for academics, graduate students, HR leaders, executives, managers, and consultants, this handbook stands out with its diverse perspectives and insights, making it an indispensable guide for those seeking a deep understanding of the dynamic field of Human Resource Development.

A.FOUNDATIONS OF THE DISCIPLINE OF HRD

B.THEORETICAL INFLUENCES ON HRD
C.LEARNING AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
D. TALENT AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT
E. LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
F. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING
G. TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
H. EMERGING ISSUES AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS

 

Contributor: Tonette S. Rocco (Edited by), Michael Lane Morris (Edited by), Rob F. Poell (Edited by)

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